Find your next opportunity in the legal field with Ladders. Explore vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, from attorney and counsel roles to senior leadership positions. Whether you specialize in corporate law, litigation, regulatory affairs, or compliance, discover opportunities that match your experience and career goals.
Legal professionals work across law firms, corporations, financial services, healthcare, technology, government, and nonprofit organizations. Common opportunities include corporate counsel, general counsel, litigation attorney, employment attorney, compliance officer, privacy counsel, and legal operations leader.
Employers often seek strong legal research and writing, sound judgment, negotiation skills, and the ability to explain complex issues clearly. Depending on the role, experience with contracts, litigation, regulatory requirements, risk management, privacy, or team leadership may also be important. Many attorney positions require an active license in the relevant jurisdiction.
Use Ladders to explore high-paying legal opportunities and identify roles aligned with your expertise, preferred industry, and career level. Review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications, then tailor your application to highlight relevant legal experience and measurable impact.
VP, Associate General Counsel - Employment Law
$140K - $285K *
Play a key role in providing expert legal counsel on employment law matters, advising senior executives and HR on compliance, litigation, and strategic initiatives across diverse business operations i...
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Senior Advisor, Regulatory Management
$85K - $171K *
Drive compliance excellence by managing regulatory inquiries, analyzing developments, and providing strategic guidance to ensure adherence to complex regulations in the investment management sector...
2 weeks ago
$93K - $135K *
Unlock potential by providing expert legal support in corporate governance and complex transactions. Collaborate with attorneys and clients to maintain corporate entities and ensure compliance in a fa...
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International Trade Compliance Lead
$88K - $124K *
Champion international trade compliance by leading licensing and regulatory efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to ITAR, EAR, and OFAC regulations while supporting bus...
2 weeks ago
Complex Claims Unit Environmental - Claim Consultant or Specialist
$84K - $161K *
Transform complex claims management by leveraging expertise in environmental liability. Engage in high-stakes negotiations, navigate intricate legal issues, and drive strategic resolutions within a sp...
2 weeks ago
Complex Claims Unit Environmental - Claim Consultant or Specialist
$84K - $161K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team managing complex environmental claims. Leverage your expertise to navigate legal challenges, influence litigation strategies, and drive strategic resolutions in a...
2 weeks ago
Pennsylvania Licensed Attorney (Remote in PA)
$80K - $95K *
Empower our growing legal team by managing high-volume caseloads, negotiating disputes, and engaging in litigation. Utilize your skills in technology and communication to resolve complex cases for cli...
2 weeks ago
Pennsylvania Licensed Attorney (Remote in PA)
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to manage high-volume caseloads, negotiate disputes, and handle litigation for clients with security interests in assets. Leverage your legal expertise to resolve complex cases eff...
2 weeks ago
Bankruptcy & Restructuring Attorney
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team in the Bankruptcy & Restructuring practice, supporting clients through complex legal challenges. Collaborate with senior attorneys on drafting documents, court appearances, and cli...
2 weeks ago
Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney - AHM
$100K - $220K *
Take ownership of a dynamic legal practice, providing expert workers' compensation defense while ensuring exceptional client service and collaboration in a supportive, remote-friendly environment...
2 weeks ago
Senior Regulatory Medical Writer, Client-embedded, FSP
$110K - $130K *
Innovate as a Senior Medical Writer, delivering high-quality regulatory documents while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence in a remote setting...
2 weeks ago
Assistant General Counsel, Commercial Contracting
$265K - $357K *
Advise on complex commercial contracts, ensuring compliance and risk management while collaborating with various teams. Leverage expertise in regulatory standards to counsel service lines in maintaini...
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$125K - $175K *
Join a dynamic insurance defense team, representing diverse legal matters. Collaborate with senior attorneys, conduct depositions, and foster client relationships in a motivating environment that supp...
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$125K - $175K *
Unlock your potential by representing diverse legal matters in insurance defense. Collaborate with senior attorneys, conduct depositions, and foster client relationships in a supportive environment wi...
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$77K - $176K *
Lead contract management efforts by leveraging your expertise to negotiate, implement, and oversee complex agreements. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and mitigate risks while supporting g...
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$77K - $176K *
Lead critical contract management efforts, leveraging negotiation skills and expertise to support government acquisition processes. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and ensure compliance while...
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$77K - $176K *
Engage in comprehensive contract management, leveraging negotiation skills and expertise to support government acquisitions, mitigate risks, and foster client relationships while ensuring compliance a...
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$77K - $176K *
Transform contract management by leveraging your expertise to navigate complex government acquisitions, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while fostering strong client relationships and driving...
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$77K - $176K *
Join a team that's redefining contract management in national security. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex proposals and contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while fostering str...
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$230K - $290K *
Join a team that's driving legal excellence by managing diverse transactions and projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide strategic legal guidance on commercial contracts, IP prote...
2 weeks ago
ADMINISTRATIVE MAGISTRATE - 22010632
$116K *
Shape the future of family and civil law by conducting hearings, leading Magistrates, and making impactful legal determinations. This role demands strong leadership and communication skills to uphold...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Attorney - Private Bank and Merrill Legal Accounts Counsel
$157K - $239K *
Champion legal excellence by providing strategic support to banking and investment teams. Advise on compliance, risk management, and pre-litigation matters while ensuring adherence to regulations and...
2 weeks ago
Regional Vice President, Benefits Compliance (Eastern Region)
$120K - $165K *
Champion compliance excellence by guiding employee benefit consultants on laws affecting health and welfare plans. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to regulations while providing clear commu...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Champion commercial operations by drafting and negotiating technology and data licensing agreements, serving as the primary legal liaison for Sales and Business Development, while managing risk and op...
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Policy Specialist, Power Markets - Spring, TX
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in navigating energy policy and regulatory landscapes, collaborating with legal and operational teams to strategically position the company while addressing market developments and opp...
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What types of legal jobs can I find on Ladders?
You can explore roles such as attorney, corporate counsel, general counsel, litigation attorney, compliance leader, privacy counsel, and legal operations professional, depending on current listings.
Are the legal jobs on this page high-paying?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its specific compensation details and requirements.
What qualifications are commonly required for legal jobs?
Requirements vary by position. Attorney roles commonly require a law degree and an active license in the relevant jurisdiction, while in-house, compliance, and legal operations roles may emphasize specialized experience and business expertise.
How can I improve my chances of getting a legal job?
Tailor your resume to the role, highlight relevant practice-area experience and results, and clearly communicate your research, writing, negotiation, and leadership skills. Confirm that you meet any licensing or jurisdiction requirements.